DISORDERS
Obsessing over what you eat, avoiding certain foods or eating too much or too little
Eating disorder
What term describes feeling sad, losing interest in activities, and having trouble sleeping or eating?
Depression
What are some things that can make someone more likely to have mental health problems?
Genetics, tough life events, and using drugs or alcohol
What type of therapy focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors to help manage conditions like depression and anxiety?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Did you know that feeling sad, losing interest in activities, and changes in sleep or appetite are signs of what mental health condition?
Depression
The constant feeling of nervousness or fear, even when there's no real danger.
Anxiety
Characterized by intrusive memories, nightmares, and avoiding reminders of a traumatic event.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
What can happen if someone has a really hard time when they're young?
They might have more mental health problems later
What is the term for activities or practices that help people relax and reduce stress, such as deep breathing or meditation?
Relaxation techniques
Did you know that mental health stigma refers to negative attitudes and beliefs about people with mental illness?
Negative attitudes and beliefs?
The feeling of a dark cloud that dims everything, making you sad, tired, and unmotivated.
Depression
People experiencing this condition may have hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking, and lack of motivation.
Schizophrenia
What happens if the chemicals in someone's brain aren't balanced right?
It may lead to mental illness
What is the name for medications that doctors prescribe to help people with mental illnesses feel better?
Psychiatric medications
Did you know that therapy where you talk to someone about your feelings is called what?
Counseling or talk therapy
The feeling of being scared or on edge even when you're safe.
Post-traumatic stress disorder
This disorder involves persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) aimed at reducing anxiety.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
What can make someone feel scared, sad, or anxious?
Going through traumatic experiences or facing lots of stress
What type of therapy involves talking to a trained professional about your feelings and problems?
Counseling or talk therapy
Did you know what month is dedicated to raising awareness about mental health?
May
Sometimes you feel super high and energized, like you can do anything (mania). Other times, you feel really low, like you have no energy or interest in anything (depression).
Bipolar disorder
Characterized by extreme highs and lows in mood, energy, and activity levels.
Bipolar disorder
What might cause someone to feel really down and not want to do things they used to enjoy?
A combination of things like genetics and tough life events
What is the name of the treatment where a person talks about their traumatic experiences repeatedly until the memories no longer cause distress?
Exposure therapy
Did you know that going for a walk or doing other physical activities can help improve your mood?
Exercise helps improve mood?